Category: NYC Department of City Planning

• Community Voices Concerns Over Environmental Sustainability in Brooklyn Development Plans

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  Mar 4

  During a recent review session held by the City Planning Commission, community members expressed significant concerns regarding the environmental sustainability of proposed developments in Brooklyn. Issues discussed included the risks… more ›

• Hudson Yards West Development Unveils $1.36 Billion Community Benefits Plan to Support Local Needs

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  Feb 19

  At a recent public meeting regarding the Hudson Yards West Development proposal, local leaders outlined how a $1.36 billion community benefits plan aims to support various neighborhood initiatives. The proposal,… more ›

• City Planners Address Wind Tunnel Effects at Hudson Yards Meeting, but Community Skepticism Persists

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  Feb 19

  City planners discussed strategies to mitigate wind tunnel effects caused by proposed tall buildings during a recent public meeting about the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal. The City Planning Commission… more ›

• Traffic Woes: Hudson Yards West Development Sparks Concerns Over Congestion and Public Safety

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  Feb 19

  Local residents expressed significant concerns about the potential traffic impacts of the Hudson Yards West development during a public meeting hosted by the City Planning Commission on February 19, 2025.… more ›

• Residents Split on Hudson Yards Casino: Fears of Displacement vs. Promised Economic Growth

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  Feb 19

  A public meeting hosted by the City Planning Commission (CPC) elaborated on the implications of the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal, particularly regarding the proposed casino’s impact on the local… more ›

• Community Voices Concerns Over Reduced Affordable Housing in Hudson Yards Development Proposal

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  Feb 19

  The recent public meeting regarding the Hudson Yards West Development Proposal highlighted specific commitments related to affordable housing that were established in the original 2009 plan. The meeting emphasized a… more ›

• Empire Boulevard Zoning Change Proposal Draws Mixed Reactions in Crown Heights

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  Feb 19

  The New York City Planning Commission reviewed a proposed zoning change for the Empire Boulevard area, which could have significant implications for housing and community dynamics in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.… more ›

• Windsor Terrace Housing Plans Under Review Amid Community Concerns and Support

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  Feb 19

  The City Planning Commission recently reviewed modifications to the zoning proposals for 441 and 467 Prospect Avenue in Windsor Terrace, aiming to facilitate the construction of two new residential buildings.… more ›

• Redevelopment Plans for Bay View Correctional Facility Spark Community Debate

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  Feb 19

  The City Planning Commission reviewed the redevelopment plans for the Bay View Correctional Facility during its session on February 18, 2025. The project aims to convert the former facility into… more ›

• Astoria Mixed-Use Development Proposal Unveiled by City Planning Commission

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  Feb 19

  The City Planning Commission reviewed a proposed mixed-use development for 4211 30th Avenue during a session on February 18, 2025, in which planners detailed a plan aiming to enhance housing… more ›

• Community Engagement Spotlight: Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Review Set for February Meetings

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  Feb 19

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) conducted a review session focused on public input opportunities for the Jamaica neighborhood plan on February 18, 2025. City officials outlined upcoming engagement opportunities designed… more ›

• Job Creation and Workforce Development Highlighted in Atlantic Avenue Revitalization Strategy

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  Feb 18

  The City Planning Commission recently convened to discuss specific strategies within the Atlantic Avenue Mixed Use Plan aimed at bolstering job training and employment opportunities in the community. The proposal… more ›

• Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan Aims to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis in Brooklyn

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  Feb 18

  Local officials presented an overview of the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan during a recent City Planning Commission meeting, addressing concerns regarding housing affordability in Brooklyn. The plan focuses on creating… more ›

• City Officials Address Traffic Safety Concerns in Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan

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  Feb 18

  Local officials discussed the potential impacts of the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan on traffic and pedestrian safety during a recent City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting. The plan aims to transform… more ›

• Dwick Clinton Park North Development Proposal Sparks Debate on Affordable Housing and Infrastructure

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  Feb 17

  The recent public scoping meeting regarding the Dwick Clinton Park North application highlighted significant developments in the area’s affordable housing initiatives. Developers Fredland Properties and Chapman Group proposed a mixed-use… more ›